Browsing: Cover Stories
The first recipient of the 1996 Hunsaker Scholarship, Emily Turney Owen ’00 used her creative talents and arts education to build a business of her own.
A dancer since the age of 4, Karla Ramirez ‘17 was awarded the Hunsaker Scholarship, which honors the generous leadership of Rich ’52 and Ginnie ’52 Hunsaker to both the University of Redlands and The Wooden Floor dance studio.
Last summer, David Espinoza ’16 was busy fabricating new medicinal compounds and evaluating their reactions to tumor cells. “We were synthesizing and characterizing metal complexes in hopes of discovering one that can be used in emerging forms of chemotherapy,” said Espinoza, who was selected to participate in the Summer Science Research program, a valuable, hands-on opportunity funded by generous supporters.
Philanthropy takes many forms, and at the University of Redlands endowed gifts are given as a way to honor loved ones, support the institution and better the lives of students. When an endowed scholarship, chair or deanship is created, it makes a lasting impact on the University.
Helping students comprehend and appreciate China’s global influence is a top priority for Walter Hutchens.
Karen Derris, professor of religious studies, holds the Virginia Hunsaker Chair in Distinguished Teaching. Derris taught a Life Stories in Asian Religions course this spring.
Jack Osborn ’69, director of the Global Business Program, emphasizes interconnectivity and opens doors for students in business and beyond.
The Hunsakers have made a tremendous impact on the University of Redlands by endowing four faculty chairs and numerous scholarships, serving on the Board of Trustees and co-chairing the $107 million Centennial Campaign. They were instrumental in the restoration of the Memorial Chapel and building of their namesake Hunsaker University Center.